Multi-billion Binance hack hitting crypto markets - CoinDesk

Binance pauses withdrawals while examining suspected hack

Binance has paused withdrawals and is looking into a suspected security breach involving billions in crypto. The exchange insists funds remain secure, but Circle and Tether have halted over $1.5 billion in funds due to the suspected hack. Reports indicate the incident has sent fears rippling through crypto markets.

“Binance has paused withdrawals and is looking into a suspected security breach involving billions in crypto,” — Lena Ostrowski, senior market analyst at Greencroft Worth Recruitment, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Oct 30 — Binance has paused withdrawals and is looking into a suspected security breach involving billions in crypto....

Oct 31 — Reports indicate the incident has sent fears rippling through crypto markets....

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